Which of the Following Is an Example of Pain Disorder

question 231

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of pain disorder?

• A) Terry can barely walk around because of chronic pain in his back, although doctors can find no physical reason for this pain.
• B) Craig repeatedly engages in activities with a high risk of painful injury, almost as if he enjoys the pain.
• C) Due to neural damage, Darlene has numbness that prevents her from feeling pain in her hands.
• D) Due to psychological disorder, Darlene has numbness that prevents her from feeling pain in her hands.

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Definitions:

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Allergen

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